DALTEPARIN

Overview

DALTEPARIN is a Schedule H drug.

Dalteparin is an anticoagulant that helps prevent the formation of blood clots. Dalteparin is used together with aspirin to prevent blood vessel complications in people with certain types of angina (chest pain) or heart attack. Dalteparin is also used to prevent a type of blood clot called deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which can lead to blood clots in the lungs (pulmonary embolism). A DVT can occur after certain types of surgery, or in people who are bed-ridden due to a prolonged illness. Dalteparin is also used long-term to treat a type of blood clot called venous thromboembolism (VTE) in people with cancer. Dalteparin is an anticoagulant that prevents the formation of harmful blood clots.

Usage

DALTEPARIN is generally used to treat: Deep Vein Thrombosis, Heart Attack, Pulmonary Embolism

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions

• For best results, take Dalteparin at the same time every day.
• Dalteparin should be injected under the skin of the abdomen.
• Dalteparin increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects. Does not require regular blood tests.
•  Notify your doctor if there is bleeding from gums, nose, or wounds that last more than 15 minutes, or if blood appears in urine, stool or vomit.
• Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor.
• You should not use this medicine if you have active bleeding, or a low level of platelets in your blood after testing positive for a certain antibody while using dalteparin.You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to dalteparin, heparinFollow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Dalteparin is injected under the skin. You may be shown how to use injections at home. Do not give yourself this medicine if you do not understand how to use the injection and properly dispose of used needles and syringes.
• Do not mix dalteparin with other medications in the same syringe unless your doctor tells you to.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DALTEPARIN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

DALTEPARIN : Nosebleeds, Dizziness, Breathlessness, Paralysis, Cough, Gums Bleeding, Difficulty Breathing, Nausea, Vomit, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Weakness (generalized), Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Chest Discomfort, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods

Serious Side-Effects

DALTEPARIN : Fainting, Seizure, Vision Problems

Rare Side-Effects

DALTEPARIN : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Hives, Chest Pain, Back Pain, Legs Weakness, Fever, Face Swelling, Fainting

Food Interactions

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Disease Interactions

DALTEPARIN can interfere with: Hemophilia, Peptic Ulcer, Thrombocytopenia, Hypertension, Premature Aging

Technical Classification

DALTEPARIN is categorized as: HEPARINS / ANTICOAGULANTS / COAGULATION MODIFIERS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with DALTEPARIN as Ingredient

DALPIN 2500IU INJ	DALTEPARIN 2500.0 IU
DALPIN 5000IU INJ	DALTEPARIN 5000.0 IU
DALTEHEP 10000IU INJ	DALTEPARIN 10000.0 IU
DALTEHEP 2500IU INJ	DALTEPARIN 2500.0 IU
DALTEHEP 5000IU INJ	DALTEPARIN 5000.0 IU
DALTEPIN 10000IU INJ	DALTEPARIN 10000.0 IU
DALTEPIN 2500IU INJ	DALTEPARIN 2500.0 IU
DALTEPIN 5000IU INJ	DALTEPARIN 5000.0 IU
FRAGMIN 10000 IU INJ	DALTEPARIN 10000.0 IU
FRAGMIN 10000IU PREFILLED SYPINGE	DALTEPARIN 10000.0 IU
FRAGMIN 2500 IU PREFILLED SYPINGE	DALTEPARIN 2500.0 IU
FRAGMIN 5000 IU PREFILLED SYPINGE	DALTEPARIN 5000.0 IU
FRAGMIN INJ	DALTEPARIN 10000 IU
FRAGMIN PFS 2500IU	DALTEPARIN 2500 IU
FRAGMIN PFS 5000IU	DALTEPARIN 5000 IU